Semper Solaris
SCHOLARSHIPInvesting in our future generations.
SUBMISSIONS HAVE CLOSED FOR 2023
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Semper Solaris SCHOLARSHIP
Since 2012, Semper Solaris has been helping homeowners in California lower their energy bills with Solar Panels + Battery Storage, Roofing, Heating & Air.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Have you ever been interested in alternative energy such as solar? Now’s the time!
Semper Solaris has held contests for students interested in alternative energy since 2019, awarding over $10,000 in total prize money each year!
Semper Solaris is committed to aiding and awarding as many students as we can.
REQUIREMENTS
COLLEGE APPLICANTS
Deadline: Closed
COLLEGE Requirements
Applicant must be a current freshman, sophomore, junior, senior, graduate student, or attending a military academy.
Applicants must have a cumulative college grade point average of at least 3.0 on a 4-point scale, and be enrolled full-time at an accredited college or university between May 1, 2022 and May 31, 2023.
For College Applicants we’ll accept proof of your enrollment in the form of a college transcript, class schedule, or a letter from your institution. Your document should be in a non-editable format such as PDF, JPEG, PNG or JPG. We don’t accept 1-20 forms as proof of scholarship, acceptance letters, or deposit emails.
Applicants attending military academies are eligible for this scholarship.
See College/University Rules and Regulations for more details.
TOPIC Requirements
Please answer the following question with at least 1,000 words: “How can solar and renewable energy help local communities?”
Judges will look for writing that is clear, articulate, and logically organized.
Response must be at least 1000 words in length.
Spelling errors and/or written corrections (by anyone) found on the response will count against the final grade and should be omitted before submission.
HIGH SCHOOL Requirements
Applicant must be a current senior high school student.
Applicants must have a cumulative high school grade point average of at least 3.0 on a 4-point scale, and be enrolled full-time at an accredited high school between January 1, 2023 and December 31, 2023.
For High School Applicants we’ll accept proof of your enrollment in the form of a class schedule, letter from your institution or photo of your high school ID with a valid expiration date. Your document should be in a non-editable format such as PDF, JPEG, PNG or JPG.
Applicants attending military academies are eligible for this scholarship.
See College/University Rules and Regulations for more details.
TOPIC Requirements
Please submit 750+ words about “How do you see Solar Power changing our country in the future?”.
Essays will be judged on whether the student is able to argue for and justify his or her ideas on renewable energy.
Judges will look for writing that is clear, articulate, and logically organized.
Essay must be 750 words in length.
Spelling errors and/or written corrections (by anyone) found on the essay will count against the final grade and should be omitted before submission.
HIGH SCHOOL APPLICANTS
Deadline: Closed
CONTEST DETAILS
Semper Solaris is a Veteran-Owned residential solar power installation company based in California that offers a variety of services including Solar + Battery Storage, Roofing, & Heating and Air. The company is known for hiring military veterans within the solar industry, as well as its focus on American culture in its marketing. Semper Solaris is dedicated to a world that runs on 100% renewable energy and has played a major role in California’s transition to solar energy.
Semper Solaris is also involved in many philanthropic initiatives, partnering with nonprofits such as Warrior Foundation Freedom Station to offer solar energy to veterans in need at no cost. Students are the future of solar energy’s advancement and Semper Solaris would like to offer multiple opportunities for a scholarship to students that can offer creative insights into the future of renewable energy.
ACADEMIC WINNERS
COLLEGE APPLICANTS
HIGH-SCHOOL APPLICANTS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What Is The Semper Solaris Scholarship?
The Semper Solaris Scholarship is financial aid gifted to high school and college-aged students. Applicants submit an essay on renewable, sustainable, and/or solar energy to be considered. The scholarship is for students who are dedicated to helping our planet using alternative energy sources.
I’M A COMMUNITY COLLEGE STUDENT, CAN I STILL ENTER THE CONTEST?
Yes, Community College Students are eligible to participate in the Semper Solaris Scholarship contest.
I’M A FOREIGN STUDENT, SO CAN I STILL ENTER THE CONTEST?
Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Legal Resident of the United States.
I’M A HOME-SCHOOLED STUDENT, CAN I STILL ENTER THE CONTEST?
Yes! Homeschooled students are allowed to enter our essay contests. Please make sure to enter the contest for your current grade level. Instead of writing your school name and address on the form, please make sure to write "Homeschooled." If you’re not sure which contest you’re eligible for, feel free to email us at [email protected]
CAN I SUBMIT MY ESSAY BEFORE THE DEADLINE?
Yes! You can submit your essay before the deadline.
CAN I STILL SUBMIT MY ESSAY AFTER THE DEADLINE?
No, we will not accept essays once the deadline has passed.
I ENTERED ONE OF YOUR CONTESTS IN A PREVIOUS YEAR; CAN I ENTER AGAIN THIS YEAR?
Yes, as long as you were not previously a first-place winner.
I AM IN A DIFFERENT GRADE THAN WHAT IS LISTED FOR THE CONTEST; MAY I STILL ENTER?
Unfortunately, no.
IF I WIN, DO I HAVE TO APPLY THE PRIZE MONEY TOWARD COLLEGE?
No (but we highly encourage you to!). All awards are cash prizes. We place no restrictions on how the prize money is spent. Prize winners simply receive a check from us in the amount of their award.
SHOULD I CITE SOURCES?
Using sources to support your ideas demonstrates an understanding of the topic. Please cite your sources, and include a Works Cited page with your essay.
CAN I HAVE A FRIEND/TEACHER/PARENT PROOFREAD MY ESSAY? IS THAT PLAGIARISM?
Yes, you may have your essay proofread. It is not plagiarism to have someone check your essay for spelling, grammatical or structural errors. However, it is plagiarism to have someone else write your essay for you, or if you use someone else’s words as though they were your own.
HOW DO I KNOW IF I’VE WON A PRIZE IN ONE OF THE CONTESTS?
We will contact you. Winners will be announced on the Semper scholarship page and on social media.
CAN I WRITE MORE THAN ONE ENTRY FOR A CONTEST?
No. You may submit one essay for each contest.
CAN I WRITE ON MORE THAN ONE TOPIC?
No, we will only accept essays on the provided topic. Any essays or submissions that do not follow the guidelines will not be considered.
I’M IN THE MILITARY, BUT I AM ALSO ENROLLED IN SCHOOL. CAN I APPLY?
Yes. We will accept.
I HAVE QUESTIONS NOT ANSWERED IN THE FAQ. WHAT CAN I DO?
Please send your questions or comments about the contest to [email protected]. We should be able to respond within two to five business days (not including weekends).